5 Years
Hello to All,
I haven't posted in a very long time; I do check in every once in awhile. I am sorry to see that some of the warriors that were on the
site the last time I checked in are no longer with us. Cypress Cynthia was an inspiration. I looked for her name when I logged on and
found that she has passed.
I was diagnosed 5 years ago with Stage 1, invasive ductal carcinoma. I had bilateral mastectomy, then had 4 rounds of chemotherapy.
I took Tamoxifen for 4 years, after which I decided to discontinue due to side effects last June.
I saw my surgeon and my oncologist last week for my regular follow-up visits. All is clear! I do not have to return to the surgeon at
all, and I will now only need to see my oncologist annually. I am so very thankful that I have had the wonderful care and support I have
received. My oncologist tells me that my chances of a recurrence are 0-3%. I wondered whether this news would be encouraging or
not, but I decided to err on the side of encouragement.
There are no guarantees, but sometimes taking the most aggressive approach is the right decision. I didn't have to have bilateral mastectomies or
chemotherapy based strictly on my numbers, but FOR ME, it was the right decision. I am very happy I made the decisions I did 5 years ago, and
while I did second guess myself more than once, I know I did the right thing for me.
My prayers and best wishes go out to each of you in whatever stage of the battle you are engaged. This is a frightening and enlightening journey that
each of us must take individually, but not alone.
I hope each of you find yourself where I find myself today; happy, healthy and blessed.
Chickadee1955
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Congratulations!
Great milestone!. Thank you for sharing your good news!
I am sure evryone here appriciate your encouragement. Keep on going and more healthy years to come
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Hi and congratulations!New Flower said:Congratulations!
Great milestone!. Thank you for sharing your good news!
I am sure evryone here appriciate your encouragement. Keep on going and more healthy years to come
I was just thinking about you yesterday! This is the outcome we all hope to have, and I'm right behind you, girlfriend. I have less than a year remaining on Tamoxifen (at least by my reckoning) and see my onc on the 16th. Probably 2 more 6 month visits with her, then yearly. On the 21st I see my gyn-oncologist and I'm thinking that will be the last time I have to see him!
So happy for you.
Hugs,
Suzanne
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checking inJean 0609 said:Chickadee!!!!!!
I'm not here much either, but glad I checked in and saw your post. 5 years here too. Unfortunately, there are quite a few 2010 members, although many don't check in often. Glad to hear from you.
xoxo,
Jean
Hi everyone, i too don't get on very often ,It'll be five years coming in May for me too, but then it's testing time, ct-scan April 28,Mri in May, Chickadee your news is great,very encouraging .when CC pasted that kind of hit me hard and i backed away from the discussion boards but i think of you all often well all the time because you all have the same feelings i have, want to be happy but in the back 0f our minds that thought is their(it coming back).but im just blessed to be here today.im going to try and come on more often,i know it's a lot of newbies on here now. cyber hugs to you all..MollyZ
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Thanks MollyZmollyz said:checking in
Hi everyone, i too don't get on very often ,It'll be five years coming in May for me too, but then it's testing time, ct-scan April 28,Mri in May, Chickadee your news is great,very encouraging .when CC pasted that kind of hit me hard and i backed away from the discussion boards but i think of you all often well all the time because you all have the same feelings i have, want to be happy but in the back 0f our minds that thought is their(it coming back).but im just blessed to be here today.im going to try and come on more often,i know it's a lot of newbies on here now. cyber hugs to you all..MollyZ
Needed that HUG Molly.........thanks a million Please keep posting because like you say...the Newbies ....AND the Oldies....need to hear your feelings and your story.
I love your Ear Rings.... Smiles , Glo
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Five Yearsmollyz said:GlowMore
I reached my five years in February! I was taken off of Tamoxifen and pu on Anastrozole. I have tolerated both pretty well? I also was early stage but had a lumpectomy with Radiation. I also don't post often, but am glad for the encouragement that we get from each other. Happy spring!
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YIPEE ... Congratulations!!GlowMore said:Hey Chick*
Hey Chickadee....I got so carried away by Molly sending us Hugs I forgot to tell you WOO HOO for the 5 years Girl**
Stay well....Prayers for continued Healing and Happiness ** Glo
Doing my Hap Hap Happy Dance for you! -- Job well done. Wonderful post, thank you.
Strength, Courage and HOPE for a Cure.
Vicki Sam
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